The following was taken from a press release distributed by the Roswell Police Department on March 23, 2024:
FULTON COUNTY, Ga. – The Roswell Police Department has requested the assistance of the Georgia Bureau of Investigation regarding an officer-involved shooting that took place in the early morning hours of March 23rd. One suspect was shot by an officer. No officers were injured.
Shortly after 1 am on March 23rd, Roswell E-911 began receiving multiple calls from staff and patrons at Mazzy’s Sports Bar and Grill, located at 10729 Alpharetta Hwy., in reference to an unruly patron who was armed with a handgun and pointing it at others. Upon officers arrival to the scene, they were immediately confronted by the suspect, a 34-year-old male, just inside the front doors of the bar.
Officers ordered the suspect to drop his gun and he did not comply, pointing his gun at them. One Roswell police officer fired their weapon, striking the suspect. Officers immediately began rendering medical aid, and the suspect was transported to an area hospital in critical condition.
In accordance with Roswell Police Department policy, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation has been called in to handle the independent investigation into the shooting. All additional information moving forward will be released by their office.